When the sun goes down, the city lights up. You can begin your night by choosing from dozens of restaurants offering every kind of international cuisine. Enjoy the fresh local seafood or sample Aruban specialties. Aruba nights are exciting.

Mingle with locals and tourists at any of the scores of casual beach and pier bars that dot the southwest coast from downtown Oranjestad to the far end of the high-rise strip.

The high-rise area now rivals downtown Oranjestad for trendy venues and after-hours haunts, from karaoke and martini bars to upscale bistros and casual pubs. The strip comes alive after dark with shops, kiosks, movie theatres, cafés, restaurants and bars.

You will have a blast when you let loose on a wild and wacky barhopping bus. Afterward, you can enjoy some nighttime entertainment. There are many places to go for live music and entertainment. Another option is to hop aboard the Caribbean’s largest catamaran featuring three decks for dancing, dining, and gazing at the stars. A live band and DJ provide the perfect music for anyone ages 18 and up.

You can also try your luck at the world famous casinos. Their major attraction is gambling and there are many to choose from. In addition to blackjack, poker, craps, roulette, baccarat, and hundreds of slot machines, Aruba’s casinos offer Caribbean Stud Poker. And don’t be shy. The dealers are very eager to explain the games to the amateur gambler. Ten exciting resort casinos offer non-stop after-dark gaming action, lively house bands and exhilarating ambiance.